TLDR:
Key Points:
- IIM-B signed an MoU with alumnus Mathew Cyriac to set up India’s first Global Centre of Excellence on Private Equity and Venture Capital.
- The Centre aims to be a global thought leader for research in all matters relating to private equity and venture capital.
Summary:
Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore, has partnered with Mathew Cyriac, an alumnus and the Executive Chairman of Florintree Advisors Pvt Ltd., to establish India’s first Global Centre of Excellence on Private Equity and Venture Capital. Named after investment banker Tony James, the Centre’s mission is to be a global leader in research on private equity and venture capital. The generous contribution from Mr. Cyriac will also support scholarships, classroom naming, and other initiatives at IIM-Bangalore. The goal of the Centre is to create an ecosystem that fosters collaboration between academics, practitioners, and regulators to nurture top talent in the private equity and venture capital industry. Students will have the opportunity to engage with industry leaders, gain practical insights, and explore emerging trends in the field. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the advancement of private equity and venture capital education in India.
